Yes… the day has finally come! Today (22nd October 2009) is the launch day of Windows 7! Pricing of Windows 7 for Malaysia (taken from C-Zone):

Windows 7 Home Basic- 32bit – Rm 270
Windows 7 Home Premium – 32bit – Rm 369
Windows 7 Professional – 32bit – Rm 475
Windows 7 Ultimate – 32bit / 64bit – Rm 649

So, did you get one today?

Microsoft just released a free virus, spyware and malware protection software called Microsoft Security Essentials (MSE). You can get download it from here. The MSE received favourable review from several tech site such as Ars Technica.

If you are not using any antivirus software, MSE is definitely one of the free antivirus software that you should give it a try. Please do post your experience with the software in the comment!

[Image via Download Squad]

Check out my video review for the Microsoft Wireless Optical 2000 here:

Please click HQ for high quality video!

You can also check out my older review for the Logitech Classic Keyboard Plus here.

Finally we have more info on the Zune HD. The price of a 16GB Zune HD is $219.99 while the 32GB will be $289.99. The Zune HD will be available on 15th September 2009.

Zune HD spec (not confirmed):

• 3.3″ OLED screen with Multi-touch.
• 480×272 screen resolution.
• Running on Nvidia Tegra.
• HD video output (720p)
• Can play games (like the IPod Touch)
• HD Radio

*Update*
You can pre-order it now! Click the link below:
Zune HD 16 GB
Zune HD 32 GB

[via X-bit labs]

Microsoft has announced the official pricing of Windows 7. Price for Full package:

• Windows 7 Home Premium (Full): $199.99
• Windows 7 Professional (Full): $299.99
• Windows 7 Ultimate (Full): $319.99

Pricing for users who are upgrading from Windows XP or Vista:

• Windows 7 Home Premium (Upgrade): $119.99
• Windows 7 Professional (Upgrade): $199.99
• Windows 7 Ultimate (Upgrade): $219.99

There is also a special limited time for selected market. Customers that pre-order the operating system can get the following pricing (starting from 26th June):

• Windows 7 Home Premium Upgrade pre-order: $49.99
• Windows 7 Professional Upgrade pre-order: $99.99

You can pre-order it at Amazon here. Click here for more info on this special offer.

Microsoft also announced the Windows 7 Upgrade Option Program. If you are buying a new PC that come pre-installed with Windows Vista Home Premium/Business/Ultimate now (26th June), you’ll get a free upgrade (or pay a little) to Windows 7! Please note that this only available from a participating OEM or retailer. Check this site for the list of participating OEM/retailer. This offer will available until 31st January 2010.

So far, still no official pricing for Malaysia. I hope that they’ll announce it soon. I wonder if Malaysia will get those special offer or not…